Welcome to the Department of Philosophy
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Why Study Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin?
Ranked among the top 100 philosophy departments in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) we are a small, student-friendly department which offers world-class programmes in the study and research of philosophy.
PHILOSOPHY NEWS & EVENTS
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Philosophy Students Honoured at 2025 Prize Ceremony
Eight departmental awards presented alongside acknowledgements of this year’s Foundation Scholars and Gold Medal recipients.
09 Dec 2025
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Philosophy Today Line-Up Announced for 2026
Starting on 29 January 2026, the six public talks explore themes such as power, wealth, science, memory, and the emotions that shape our lives.
20 Nov 2025
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Philosophy alumni share career paths
Graduates from across law, IT, government, education, and the creative industries returned to Trinity to discuss their career journeys and the ongoing value of philosophical training.
17 Nov 2025
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Join us for Philosophy Today 2026!
What can philosophy tell us about wealth, emotion, memory, and the choices we make every day? Explore the full programme and book your place for this popular public lecture series.
NEW RESEARCH
Divinely Prescribed Evil and Moral Knowledge in Islam and Beyond
Dr Farbod Akhlaghi. Published in AGATHEOS – European Journal for Philosophy of Religion, Vol 2, No 3.
Arendt and the Social: A Modern Flaw?
Francesco Piscitello, published in Philosophy & Social Criticism, Nov 2025.
Relational equality and the status of animals
Dr Pablo Magaña, published in Philosophical Studies, November 2025.
Missed our AI ethics talk? Watch it here!
What happens when machines think as well as we do? In Machines Like Us? The Ethics of Artificial General Intelligence, philosopher Dr Will Ratoff explores the ethical and existential questions raised by superintelligent AI - part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s Public Autumn Series.
INSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
Colloquium Series line-up
Full details of the Philosophy Colloquium Series for Hilary Term 2026 are now available. See what’s coming up...
A closer look at Bach
In this month’s Favourite Reads, Dr Tom Farrell chooses Paul Badura-Skoda’s 'Interpreting Bach at the Keyboard'.
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Funding for MPhil
Applications are now open for the MPhil in Philosophy. Find out more about the scholarships and funding options available to postgraduate students.
Explore our latest research
For live updates on the Department of Philosophy's research, don't miss the new 'Recent Publications' section.
Module Outlines 2025/26
Module outlines for the Academic Year 2025/25 are now available to view. See what’s on offer and plan your studies for the term ahead.
Current students
Course handbooks, module previews, timetables, scholarship exam information and more… Find all the resources you need here!
Who should have the power to stop you making a major life decision?
In this short video, our colleague Dr Farbod Akhlaghi examines the ethics of transformative choices. Part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s 'Meet the Expert' series.
OUR COURSES
Undergraduate Philosophy
Explore life’s biggest questions while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Discover what studying Philosophy at Trinity has to offer.
MPhil in Philosophy
A one-year intensive Master’s programme covering key areas of philosophy. Learn more about modules, admissions, and funding options.
PhD in Philosophy
Join our vibrant research community and pursue advanced study in your chosen field. Find out how to apply and meet our current PhD students.
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